Weekend Home Health Aide / Caregiver
Wheelchair-Assist Specialist — Norcross, GA
Position Type
Part-Time — Weekends Only
Schedule
Saturday & Sunday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM (8 hours/day)
Hours per Week
16 hours
Pay Rate
$14.00 – $16.00 per hour (based on experience)
Location
Norcross, Georgia (in-home care)
Start Date
Immediate Opening
About Sacred Serenity Hearts Home Care
Sacred Serenity Hearts Home Care is a locally owned and operated home care agency serving Gwinnett County and surrounding communities. We are fully licensed and insured, and we are committed to providing compassionate, dignified care that allows our clients to thrive in the comfort of their own homes. We carefully match caregivers with clients based on skills, personality, and care needs.
Position Overview
We are seeking a reliable, compassionate, and experienced Home Health Aide to provide weekend care for a client who uses a wheelchair for mobility. This is a consistent weekend-only position — perfect for someone looking for steady part-time work with a predictable schedule. The ideal candidate is patient, respectful of client dignity, physically capable of providing mobility assistance, and committed to delivering high-quality person-centered care.
Duties & Services Provided
The caregiver will be responsible for the following services during each shift:
Personal Care & Hygiene
- Bathing assistance — full bed bath or shower assist with shower chair
- Grooming — hair care, shaving, oral hygiene, and nail care
- Dressing and undressing — including adaptive clothing as needed
- Skin care — moisturizing, inspection for pressure sores/redness
- Toileting assistance — transferring to/from commode, incontinence care
- Perineal care — maintaining cleanliness and preventing infection
Mobility & Transferring
- Wheelchair transfers — safe bed-to-wheelchair and wheelchair-to-chair transfers
- Repositioning — regular repositioning to prevent pressure ulcers
- Range of motion exercises — passive or active-assistive as directed by care plan
- Ambulation support — assistance with any weight-bearing or standing as appropriate
- Wheelchair maintenance checks — ensuring brakes, footrests, and cushion are properly positioned
Meal Preparation & Nutrition
- Meal preparation — cooking or heating meals per client dietary needs/preferences
- Feeding assistance — set-up or hands-on assistance as needed
- Hydration monitoring — encouraging and tracking fluid intake
- Special diets — following any dietary restrictions (low sodium, diabetic-friendly, pureed, etc.)
- Grocery list assistance — noting low supplies and communicating to family/agency
Medication Assistance
- Medication reminders — prompting client to take prescribed medications on schedule
- Medication setup — organizing pill organizers as directed by the care plan
- Observation and reporting — noting and reporting any side effects or missed doses
Household & Light Housekeeping
- Light housekeeping — tidying client’s living areas, bedroom, and bathroom
- Laundry — washing, drying, and putting away client’s clothing and linens
- Dishes — washing dishes and keeping kitchen clean
- Trash removal — emptying and replacing trash bags
- Bed making — changing and making bed with clean linens
Companionship & Emotional Support
- Companionship — engaging in meaningful conversation and recreational activities
- Cognitive engagement — reading, puzzles, music, TV, or hobbies per client interest
- Emotional support — providing a positive, uplifting presence
- Community involvement — accompanying client on outings or appointments if applicable
Safety & Health Monitoring
- Vital signs monitoring — temperature, blood pressure, pulse if trained/directed
- Observation & documentation — reporting changes in condition, mood, or behavior
- Fall prevention — ensuring safe environment and proper positioning at all times
- Emergency response — knowing and following emergency action protocols
- Care notes — completing daily shift documentation as required by agency
Communication & Coordination
- Maintaining open communication with Sacred Serenity Hearts care coordinator
- Reporting any concerns about client health, safety, or environment promptly
- Coordinating with family members as needed per care plan
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required
- Minimum 1 year of home care, CNA, or caregiving experience preferred
- Experience working with wheelchair-bound or mobility-impaired clients strongly preferred
- Ability to safely perform transfers and mobility assistance (training provided)
- CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain before start)
- Valid ID and reliable transportation
- Must be available every Saturday and Sunday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM consistently
- Strong communication skills and a compassionate, professional demeanor
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with pressure sore prevention and skin integrity monitoring
- Familiarity with Mobile Caregiver+ or similar EVV (Electronic Visit Verification) apps
- Bilingual skills a plus (English required)
What We Offer
- Competitive pay: $14.00 – $16.00 per hour based on experience
- Consistent, predictable weekend schedule — same client, same hours every week
- Supportive, locally-based management team
- Mileage reimbursement (if applicable)
- Opportunities for additional hours as client needs grow
- A workplace culture built on compassion, dignity, and professionalism
How to Apply
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible — this is an immediate opening.
➤ Email your resume and a brief introduction to:
[email protected]
Please include the subject line: “Weekend Caregiver Application — [Your Name]”
We will contact qualified applicants promptly for a phone screening. Sacred Serenity Hearts Home Care is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $14.00 - $16.00 per hour
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
- Night Shift (Required)
- Overnight Shift (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
